OUTLINE
On models for China, the G-BOOK system is used.
G-BOOK is a telematics service that links the vehicle and G-BOOK network (provides information from the G-BOOK center or content providers).
When using the telematics system, the multi-media module receiver assembly is connected via a communication device as indicated below:
| Type | Communication Device |
|---|---|
| Cellular Phone Connection Type (Models without Telematics Transceiver (Data Communication Module))* | Bluetooth-compatible Cellular Phone, Tethering-compatible Cellular Phone or Mobile Wi-Fi Router |
| Telematics Transceiver Connection Type (Models with Telematics Transceiver (Data Communication Module)) | Telematics Transceiver (Data Communication Module) |
Tech Tips
*: When the connection setting is changed to Wi-Fi connection, communication is enabled via a tethering-compatible cellular phone or mobile Wi-Fi router.
The user must follow the instructions displayed on the multi-display of the multi-media module receiver assembly to start using the telematics system service after applying for the service at a dealership.
A shortcut button is displayed on the map screen in order to enable the user to contact the G-BOOK operator with a single touch of the button.
| *1 | Short Cut Switch | - | - |
The main features of the G-BOOK are as follows:
| Contents | Outline | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular Phone Connection | TelematicsTransceiver Connection | |||
| Emergency Call Service | Calls the emergency call center. If it is necessary, the call is redirected to emergency facilities, a dealership or a road service company. | - | ○ | |
| G-Security | Automatic Alarm Notification | Notifies the user via telephone or Short Message Service (SMS) after the G-BOOK center confirms that the theft detection system has been activated. | - | ○ |
| Theft Tracking Service | If the vehicle is stolen, this service searches the location information of the vehicle to track it if requested by the user. | - | ○ | |
| Authorities Contact Service | If requested by the user, a G-BOOK operator asks the authorities to find the stolen vehicle and take the case under their control. | - | ○ | |
| Engine Start Notification | Notifies the user via Short Message Service (SMS) when the system detects that the engine switch has been turned on (ACC). | - | ○ | |
| Remote Check | Using a cellular phone, the user can check the condition of the vehicle, such as the ODO, remaining amount of fuel, whether the doors are locked or unlocked, the flashing condition of the hazard warning lights, etc., even when away from the vehicle. | - | ○ | |
| Operation Reminder Notification | Notifies the user via Short Message Service (SMS) when the system detects that the doors have been left unlocked, the power windows have been left open, the hazard warning lights have been left on, etc. | - | ○ | |
| Remote Maintenance Service | Inspection Notification | Sends an e-mail message to the vehicle to notify the user of necessary inspections based on vehicle use conditions. | - | ○ |
| Inspection and Maintenance Reservation | Offers quick access for the user to easily make a reservation for periodic maintenance or service using the navigation system. | - | ○ | |
| Warning Notification | When a system malfunction causes a warning light to illuminate or warning to be displayed on the combination meter assembly, the warning notification function transmits information about the warning to the G-BOOK center. If possible, the G-BOOK center may then send information about how to cope with the warning. This information can be displayed on the multi-display. | - | ○ | |
| Driving Advice | Conveys appropriate response methods to the user when an abnormality or malfunction occurs in the vehicle. | - | ○ | |
| Diagnostic Support | Allows the dealer to determine abnormalities prior to the vehicle being brought into the workshop and understand malfunction information in order to shorten repair time, etc. | - | ○ | |
| Health Check Report | Gathers user vehicle status information via the G-BOOK center and provides advice and maintenance-related information to a dealer or dedicated site, etc. | - | ○ | |
| G-Customize | The settings of some functions can be changed from the G-BOOK center via remote operation. | - | ○ | |
| Operator Service | Destination Setting | If requested by the user, a G-BOOK operator can search for information to set a destination. | ○ | ○ |
| POI Guidance | Provides POI information for facilities in the area around the present location or facilities around the destination. | ○ | ○ | |
| News and Weather Forecast Information | Delivers news and weather forecast information as requested by the user. | ○ | ○ | |
| Navigation System Link Function | G Route Search | Predicts the occurrence of or changes in traffic congestion on the route to the destination and provides the most suitable route based on the latest traffic information and past statistical data. | ○* | ○ |
| Partial Update of Map Database | The map database can be updated by downloading information such as new roads from the G-BOOK center. | ○* | ○ | |
| Searching for POIs on the WEB | POI information, which was searched for on the Mapbar site, can be transferred to the navigation system. | ○* | ○ | |
| G-memory Point | POI information, which was searched for using the contents of G-BOOK.com or a website, can be stored as a memory point in the navigation system. | ○* | ○ | |
| Other Function | MY Request | News or weather forecast information can be requested by a simple operation. | ○* | ○ |
Tech Tips
○: Available
-: Not available
The above chart is one example of possible services. Also, services may be added, discontinued or changed in other ways.
*: Service available when using a Wi-Fi connection.
MAIN FEATURES
The main features of the G-BOOK are as follows:
| Contents | Outline | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cellular Phone Connection | Telematics Transceiver Connection | |||
| Emergency Call Service | Calls the emergency call center. If it is necessary, the call is redirected to emergency facilities, dealerships or road service companies. | - | ○ | |
| Theft Tracking | Automatic Alarm Notification | Notifies users with telephone or Short Message Service (SMS) after the G-BOOK center confirms that the theft detection system has been activated. | - | ○ |
| Vehicle Tracking Service | In case the vehicle is stolen, this service searches the location information of the vehicle to track it if requested by the user. | - | ○ | |
| Authorities Contact Service | If requested by the user, a G-BOOK operator asks the authorities to find the stolen vehicle and take the case under their control. | - | ○ | |
| Remote Maintenance Service | Inspection Notification | Sends an e-mail message to the vehicle to notify the user of necessary inspections based on vehicle use conditions. | - | ○ |
| Inspection and Maintenance Reservation | Offers quick access for the user to easily make a reservation for periodic maintenance or service using the navigation system. | - | ○ | |
| Warning Notification | When a system malfunction causes a warning light to illuminate or warning to be displayed in the combination meter assembly, the warning notification function transmits information about the warning to the G-BOOK center. Following this, if possible, a method of coping with the warning is sent from the G-BOOK center. This information can be displayed in the multi-media module receiver assembly. | ○ | ○ | |
| Operator Service | Destination Setting*2 | If requested by the user, a G-BOOK operator searches for information to set the destination. | ○ | ○ |
| POI Guidance*2 | Provides POI information for facilities in the area around the present location or facilities around the destination. | ○ | ○ | |
| News and Weather Forecasts*2 | Delivers news and weather forecast information as requested by the user. | ○ | ○ | |
| Navigation System Link Function | G Route Search*2 | Predicts the occurrence of or changes in traffic congestion on the route to the destination and provides the most suitable route based on the latest traffic information, probe information*1 and past statistical data. | ○ | ○ |
| Partial update of map database*2 | Partially updates the map data by obtaining new road data from the G-BOOK center. | ○ | ○ | |
| Serching for POIs on the web.*2 | POI information, which was searched for on the Mapbar site, can be transferred to the navigation system. | ○ | ○ | |
| G-memory Point*2 | G-memory points, which were saved on the G-BOOK PC site, can be used as memory points on the navigation system. | ○ | ○ | |
| Other Function | My Request*2 | News or weather forecast information can be requested by simple operation. | ○ | ○ |
Tech Tips
○: Available
-: Not available
*1: Probe information is gathered by using probe communication to aggregate driving data such as speed and position from vehicles equipped with G-BOOK.
*2: Service are also available when using a Wi-Fi connection.